Jewish views on respect for the planet Flashcards
What are 3 details about Jews and the planet?
-The Jewish holy book the Torah, demands that nature is respected.
SHABBAT - The weekly day of rest from a Friday to a Saturday reminds Jews of the limits of their engagement with the world.
SUKKOT - The festival of Sukkot as celebrated as a Harvest festival, reminding Jews to be grateful for what they have been given and the gift of nature. They live outside for 7 days in temporary shelters to be closer to the natural world.
What is a piece of evidence to support this?
“To dwell in booths” - A mitzvot rule in the Torah.
How does this change a Jews life?
Many Jews take part in Shabbat every week where they stop their busy lives to reflect on God creating the world. Many actions on Shabbat are environmentally friendly, such as walking to synagogue as well as not using unnecessary electricity through mobile phones or the television.
